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Bronze Sleeve Bearings

Bronze Sleeve Bearings

Bronze sleeve bearings are a type of bearing made of high-quality bronze material and are widely used in a variety of mechanical equipment. They are designed to provide excellent wear resistance and self-lubricating properties, and can maintain stable operation under high load and high temperature conditions. The inherent strength and corrosion resistance of bronze make this bearing very suitable for use in harsh environments such as industrial machinery, automobiles, ships and agricultural equipment. Bronze sleeve bearings also have good thermal conductivity, which helps to dissipate heat and extend the service life of equipment. Its low maintenance requirements and high durability make it a reliable and efficient bearing choice.

High Wear Resistance – Made from strong bronze alloys, the sleeve bearing maintains smooth operation under heavy load and long-term use.

 

Self-Lubricating Design – Oil-impregnated or graphite-filled types reduce friction and allow maintenance-free performance.

 

Corrosion & Heat Resistance – Works reliably in humid, chemical, or high-temperature environments.

 

Customizable Structure – Support for custom  sleeve bearings with grooves, flanges, or special coatings.

 

High Load Capacity – Excellent strength and impact resistance make it ideal for industrial machinery.

 

Long Service Life – Durable, low-maintenance, and cost-effective - trusted by global wholesale bronze bushing buyers.

 

Manufacturing Process & Technology of Bronze Bearings
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Material Selection – High-quality tin bronze and aluminum bronze alloys are chosen for strength and durability.

 

Powder Metallurgy – Fine bronze powder is pressed and sintered to produce precise, self-lubricating bushings.

 

Centrifugal Casting – Ensures high density and defect-free sleeve bearings for heavy-duty applications.

 

Continuous Casting – Provides consistent quality and uniform structure for wholesale bronze bushings.

 

CNC Machining – Advanced equipment guarantees accurate dimensions and perfect surface finish.

 

Oil Impregnation – Porous structures are filled with lubricating oil for maintenance-free operation.

 

Graphite Plug Embedding – Solid lubricant plugs reduce friction under extreme conditions.

 

Heat Treatment – Improves hardness, wear resistance, and fatigue strength of the sleeve bearings.

 

Surface Coating – Options like phosphating or tin plating enhance corrosion protection.

 

Quality Inspection – Each custom bronze sleeve bearing is tested for hardness, density, and precision before shipment.

 

 

 

Bronze Bushings Ingredient List

 

 

 

Material Material grade Chemical composition (mass fraction)/% Minimum densityD
/g.cm³
Radial crushing strength K Oil contentP₁
element Minimum Maximum 10³psi MPa (Volume fraction)/% Minimum Maximum
Bronze (low graphite) CT-1000-K19 Copper, tin, graphite,
other
Margin
9.5
0
0
Margin
10.5
0.3
2.0
19 130 24 6.0 6.4
CT-1000-K26 26 180 19 6.4 6.8
CT-1000-K37 37 260 12 6.8 7.2
CT-1000-K40 40 280 9 7.2 7.6
Bronze (Medium Graphite) CTG-1001-K17 Margin
9.5
0.5
0
Margin
10.5
1.8
2.0
17 120 22 6.0 6.4
CTG-1001-K23 23 160 17 6 7
CTG-1001-K30 30 210 9 7 7
CTG-1001-K34 34 230 7 7 8
Bronze (high graphite) CTG-1004-K10 Margin
9.2
2.5
0
Margin
10.2
5.0
2.0
10 70 11 6 6
CTG-1004-K15 15 100 6 7

These data are based on finished material.

Oil-containing. The density of the oil is assumed to be 0.875 g/cm³.
At the conditions of graphite content (5%) and the highest density (6.6 g/cm³), the material contains only trace amounts of oil. At 3% graphite and a density of 6.2-6.6
g/cm³, the oil content may be 8% (volume).
With increasing density, the minimum oil content decreases. The values ​​shown in the table are valid up to the upper density limits given.
The maximum iron content is 1%.
At a minimum oil content of 27%, the density range is 5.8-6.2 g/cm³, and the constant K is 105 MPa.
At a minimum oil content of 25%, the density range is 5.8-6.2 g/cm³, and the constant K is 90 MPa.
At a graphite content of 3%, the minimum oil content is 14%.

 

 

 

 

Bronze Bushings Applications

 

 

Construction and Heavy Machinery

Bronze bushing are widely used in excavators, loaders, cranes, and other heavy-duty construction equipment. Their strong load-bearing capacity and resistance to impact make them ideal for pivot joints, boom linkages, and arm hinges. Many bronze bushing manufacturers offer reinforced aluminum bronze types designed specifically for high-load environments.

Automotive and Transportation Industry

Bronze bushes are used in steering systems, suspension joints, transmission housings, and brake components. Their corrosion resistance and stability at elevated temperatures make them ideal for harsh automotive environments. Many wholesale bronze bushing suppliers provide customized options for electric vehicles, trucks, and marine engines.

Metallurgical and Mining Equipment

In steel plants, conveyors, and ore crushers, bronze bushing withstand extreme pressure, heat, and contamination. Their ability to maintain structural integrity under shock loads ensures longer service life and stable operation in continuous production systems.

Agricultural and Forestry Machinery

From tractors and harvesters to sawmill equipment, bronze sleeve bearings provide low-friction movement in dusty and high-vibration environments. Their maintenance-free design reduces downtime and increases operational efficiency for agricultural machinery.

 

 

Wholesale Bushings Factory

 

We offer a wide range of bushing types, including copper alloys (bronze, lead bronze, and aluminum bronze), brass, stainless steel, graphite-filled, and oil-impregnated.

 

We are ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 certified.

 

This gives us an advantage in both wholesale bronze bushings and large-volume custom bronze bushings: you can rely on stable production capacity and delivery capabilities.

Large enterprise scale

wide application of technology

high-quality customized services

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certificate

 

Quality Management System Certification
Environmental Management System 
OHS Management System Certification
Zhejiang Manufacturing 
Quality Management System Certification

 

 

 

FAQ

 

1. What materials do you use for bronze  bearings?

We mainly use high-quality bronze alloys such as tin bronze (C93200), aluminum bronze (C95400), and lead bronze. Each type is selected according to load, speed, and working environment. As a professional bronze bushing manufacturer, we also support material customization.

 

2. Can you produce according to our drawings or samples?

Yes. We specialize in custom bronze bushings based on customer drawings or physical samples. Our engineering team can assist in design optimization to ensure perfect fit and performance.

 

3. What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

For standard sizes, we support low MOQ orders. For wholesale bronze bushing or OEM production, the MOQ can be adjusted according to the product type and processing requirements.

 

4. What kind of surface treatments are available?

We offer several options such as graphite embedding, oil impregnation, phosphating, and precision machining. These treatments enhance wear resistance, lubrication, and corrosion protection.

 

5. Do bronze bearings Bushings require lubrication?

Most of our bronze bushings are self-lubricating, especially graphite or oil-impregnated types. However, in high-speed or heavy-load applications, additional lubrication can improve service life.

 

 

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